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Introduction
The Philosophy, Religion and Ethics programme not only explores the big philosophical and religious questions, but also explores the impact that philosophical, religious, and ethical debates have on the contemporary world. You will be able to explore a wide range of historical, political, and social issues and find new ways to address not only age-old debates, but also contemporary challenges.
This programme will develop your understanding of key debates in philosophy, religion and ethics, as well a developing your own critical responses to these debates.
The programme is delivered via distance learning, which allows you a flexible approach to study. However, there will still be the opportunity to work with other students via online seminars, and the opportunity for one-to-one online tutorials.
PATHWAY OPTIONS
Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
Philosophy, Religion and Ethics with Foundation Year
Why choose this course?
1. Distance-learning offers a flexible approach to studying.
2. This programme is taught to you via our unique distance-learning platform, so you can carry on working and keep up with your family commitments while you study for your BA degree.
3. The opportunity for online seminars.
4. Support from a personal tutor.
5. Modules based on lecturers' distinctive research expertise.
Overview
The programme not only explores the big philosophical and religious questions, but also explores the impact of that philosophical, religious, and ethical debates have on real world situations.
It will explore a wide range of historical, political, and social issues and help students to find new ways to address not only age-old debates, but also contemporary challenges.
Modules
Year One – Level 4 (CertHE, DipHE & BA)
• Academic Skills (20 credits; compulsory)
• Introduction to Ethics (20 credits; compulsory)
• Introduction to Metaphysics and Epistemology (20 credits; compulsory)
• Introduction to the Study of Religion (20 credits; compulsory)
• Philosophy of Religion (20 credits; compulsory)
• Spirituality: From Ancient Times to the Present (20 credits; compulsory).
Year Two – Level 5 (DipHE & BA)
Year A Entry
• Freedom, Agency and Responsibility (20 credits; compulsory)
• God and the World: The Cosmos in Religious & Ethical Perspective (20 credits; compulsory)
• Metaethics (20 credits; compulsory)
• Religion in Latin America (20 credits; compulsory)
• The Ethics of Life and Death (20 credits; compulsory)
• Theology and Inter-Religious Encounter (20 credits; compulsory).
Year B Entry
• Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality: Hagiography and Saints’ Cults (20 credits; compulsory)
• Chinese Religion and Thought (20 credits; compulsory)
• Humans, Animals and Machines (20 credits; compulsory)
• Religion and the Media (20 credits; compulsory)
• Sex, Sexuality, and Gender (20 credits; compulsory)
• The Meaning of Life (20 credits; compulsory).
Year Three – Level 6 (BA)
Year A Entry
• Dissertation (40 credits; compulsory)
• Freedom, Agency and Responsibility (20 credits; optional)
• God and the World: The Cosmos in Religious & Ethical Perspective (20 credits; optional)
• Metaethics (20 credits; optional)
• Religion in Latin America (20 credits; optional)
• The Ethics of Life and Death (20 credits; optional)
• Theology and Inter-Religious Encounter (20 credits; optional).
Year B Entry
• Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality: Hagiography and Saints’ Cults (20 credits; optional)
• Chinese Religion and Thought (20 credits; optional)
• Dissertation (40 credits; compulsory)
• Humans, Animals and Machines (20 credits; optional)
• Religion and the Media (20 credits; optional)
• Sex, Sexuality, and Gender (20 credits; optional)
• The Meaning of Life (20 credits; optional).
Level 3 (Foundation Year)
• Academic Skills (20 credits; compulsory)
• The Humanities (20 credits; compulsory)
• Writing for University (20 credits; compulsory)
• Knowledge and Belief (20 credits; compulsory)
• People across time (20 credits; compulsory)
• Language and Culture (20 credits; compulsory)
Prospective students should be aware of the following:
• Not all optional modules are offered every year
• Optional modules are delivered subject to sufficient student numbers
• Language modules are optional/compulsory/core according to linguistic ability
• There are many Level 5 and Level 6 versions of the same module. Students can only take this module once; this depends on which year the modules are offered in.
Entry Criteria
Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds.
To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
ENTRY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Home Office Share Code
For EU students only.
IF no Qualification
Please provide CV with at least 2 years of work experience, and employee reference letter.
Assessment
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate
2. Academic Interview
Assessment
Assessment will primarily be via coursework assignments.
Career Opportunities
You will develop powers of analysis, logical thought and argument within a supportive and encouraging environment. It will be these skills of communication, understanding, analysis and self-management that provide you with a passport into employment. Types of employment could include museum and archive work, journalism, law, banking, local politics, all types of administrative work, marketing and advertising, and teaching.
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